Connections Unlimited is a daily word game created by The New York Times, edited by puzzle constructor Wyna Liu. Launched in June 2023, it quickly became the second-most-played NYT game, trailing only Wordle. The objective? Group 16 words into four sets of four based on a shared theme. Sounds simple, but the clever connections can be tricky, ranging from straightforward to delightfully obscure.
Here are the complete solutions for today’s Connections puzzle #679, as shared by sources like Word Tips and The New York Times.
Words: GANDER, GLANCE, LOOK, PEEP
Connection: These are all synonyms for a quick or casual look. For example, taking a gander or stealing a glance both imply a brief observation.
Words: BASIN, DYE, RUBBER BANDS, SHIRT
Connection: These are essential items for tie-dyeing. You need a basin for soaking, dye for coloring, rubber bands to create patterns, and a shirt as the canvas.
Words: CODE, EGG, JOKE, WHIP
Connection: Each word represents something that can be cracked. You crack a code by solving it, an egg by breaking it, a joke by telling it, and a whip by snapping it.
Words: BAR, BUNNY, HIP, SOCK
Connection: These words form phrases when paired with hop. Think bar hop, bunny hop, hip hop, and sock hop.
Pro Tip: The purple group is often the trickiest, as it relies on wordplay or cultural references. If you’re stuck, think about phrases or idioms that might connect the words
Can’t get enough of Connections Unlimited? Check back tomorrow for hints and answers to puzzle #680. If you love word games, explore other NYT puzzles like Wordle, Strands, or the Mini Crossword. For more hints, visit Mashable, YourDictionary, or the NYT Connections Companion.
